URGENT UPDATE: Former human biology professor Nathan Wolfe is set to conclude his visiting appointment at Stanford University’s bioengineering department on Monday, following revelations about his connections to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The university confirmed that Wolfe’s position, which was only for one year, will not be renewed.
The announcement comes just days after a report detailed Wolfe’s troubling ties to Epstein, including correspondence where he invited Epstein to meet “a couple of hottie interns.” Wolfe also sought Epstein’s involvement as a donor for his controversial research aimed at developing a “female Viagra” based on what he described as their “horny virus hypothesis.”
In response to the escalating scandal, Wolfe issued a statement denying any wrongdoing and expressing regret over his association with Epstein. “I never witnessed or participated in any misconduct or inappropriate behavior,” he stated.
Previously serving as the Lorey I. Lokey Visiting Professor of Human Biology, Wolfe had claimed a position as a Visiting Scholar at Stanford’s Quake Lab. However, his LinkedIn profile has since been updated to reflect his role as a “Visiting Scholar” from 2023 until February 2026.
A university spokesperson emphasized that Wolfe’s appointment was strictly for one year and confirmed that it has reached its conclusion. As of now, Wolfe has not commented on his current status with Stanford or any future plans.
This development raises significant questions about academic affiliations and ethical standards in university research environments. As the fallout from this scandal continues, many are left wondering about the implications for Wolfe’s ongoing research and how institutions will respond to similar controversies in the future.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
